Italy
This coverage focuses on UK retailers’ activities and strategies relating to the Italian market, including store openings, partnerships, consumer trends, and market entry or expansion efforts. Reporting examines how businesses adapt operations to Italy’s retail landscape — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals overseeing international growth and cross-border retail strategy.
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Jun- 2025 -27 JuneDIY
Søstrene Grene to open 500 stores amid ‘record’ trading
Danish homewares brand Søstrene Grene is set to expand into Italy and Poland in 2026, as it plans to operate 500 stores by 2027. The news comes on the heels of the group’s strong trading across the UK and wider European markets. According to Søstrene Grene, it expects to deliver…
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May- 2025 -27 MayHigh Street
Monsoon owner sees FY losses widen to £7.5m
Monsoon and Accessorize owner, Adena Brands Limited, has reported a £7.5m loss before tax and an EBITDA loss of £2.4m for the year to 31 August 2024, due to “significant” cost inflation which was driven by the UK National Minimum Wage rise. The loss also comes as group sales for…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-29/4/25
Primark reported a 1% rise in sales to £4.47bn in the first half of the year, with adjusted operating profit up 8% to £540m. However, UK and Ireland sales fell by 4% due to cautious consumer spending and mild autumn weather affecting seasonal purchases. The retailer’s market share in the…
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29 AprilClothing & Shoes
Primark UK sales fall 4% in H1 as US and Europe boost growth
Primark’s sales grew by 1% to £4.47bn in the first half of the year, with adjusted operating profit up 8% to £540m, as weaker UK and Ireland sales were offset by growth across the US and Europe. In both the UK and Ireland, sales fell by 4% despite good like-for-like…
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17 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-17/4/25
Sainsbury’s has forecast flat profits for the coming year, expecting operating profit to drop to around £1bn, below market expectations, despite a 7.2% rise in FY25 profits to £1.036bn. Revenue grew 1.8% to £32.81bn, with grocery sales up 4.2%, though Argos saw a 2.7% decline. The supermarket plans to continue…
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17 AprilOnline & Digital
Deliveroo reports ‘strong’ Q1 as GTV hits £1.87bn
Deliveroo has reported a 9% increase in its gross transaction value (GTV) year-on-year to £1.87bn in constant currency in Q1 2025. It also saw continued improvement in order growth, up 7% to £72.6m (up 6% in Q4 2024), with GTV per order up 2% to £25.8m. Across both UK&I and…
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2 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-2/4/25
Topps Tiles reported a 4% rise in half-year sales to £127.7m, with underlying growth accelerating to 4.4% in Q2. Trade sales surged 12%, supported by an 11% increase in active traders. However, the retailer warned that National Living Wage and National Insurance hikes will add £4m to annual costs from…
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Mar- 2025 -26 MarchClothing & Shoes
Uniqlo’s popularity with Gen-Z boosts FY profits by 57% to €221.7m
Uniqlo’s European operations has seen its profits jump by 57.5% to €221.7m (£185.4m) in the year to 31 August 2024, thanks to the retailer’s popularity with Gen-Z shoppers. Turnover at the Japanese clothing retailer has continued to increase year-on-year by 30%, meaning that its gross profit margin has been maintained…
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24 MarchFeatures
What does the future hold for Versace?
Versace, the Italian luxury brand known for its bold, glamorous aesthetic, has long been synonymous with excess, opulence, and cutting-edge fashion. Founded by Gianni Versace in 1978, the brand quickly rose to prominence in the fashion world, attracting an elite clientele and global recognition. Over the years, the house has…
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11 MarchClothing & Shoes
Mango turnover tops €3.3bn in 2024 amid record investment
Mango has hailed its “excellent” full-year results after turnover rose by 7.6% to €3.3bn (£2.8bn) in 2024, while net profit soared by 27% to €219m (£184m), in what the group has called the “best moment of its history” amid record investment. Over the period, full-year EBITDA rose by 19% to…
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